As part of Maple Leaf Food’s London Poultry Health & Safety team, the successful candidate will be responsible for the development, implementation and maintenance of the Company’s Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) programs, policies, systems and reports for the London Poultry Plant. This position will ensure legislative and Plant compliance with occupational health and safety by “on the floor” involvement with operations.  The H&S Specialist will work closely with Managers, Supervisors and individual employees to promote occupational health and safety compliance in the plant.  They will focus on education, promotion, and restoration of employee’s health; as well as monitor positive health models to make Maple Leaf a safe and healthy work environment.

Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by July 29. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

• Assist in the reduction of Health and Safety risks and hazards, specifically related to employees’ health, through risk assessments, Job Hazard Analysis, employee hazard reporting, etc.
• Develops and constructs Job Safety Analysis (JSA) and Safe Work Procedures (SWP), with emphasis on ergonomics.  Identifying the basic job steps and tasks and their associated hazards and risks and develops safe operating procedures and hazard controls.
• Assist in the management of short and long-term disability claims and assist on WSIB claims including early intervention, administration, early and safe return to work plans.
• Manages health and safety programs, such as modified duty plans, ergonomics, hearing testing, preventative stretching, heat/cold stress, etc.
• Maintain OHS metrics and documentation with the ability to present this information to applicable parties.
• Design and deliver training programs for workers, management and Safety Committee members to comply with legislative requirements and improve Health and Safety at the site.
• Ensure records and documentation are kept protecting Company interests.
• Assists in ensuring compliance with corporate policies and legislative requirements.
• Assist in the development and communication of Occupational Health and Safety systems.
• Auditing of the On-the-Job programs, including Job Hazard Analysis and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Promote a safe and healthy work environment and the reduction of lost time due to occupational injury or illness.
• Enhance Maple Leaf’s profile as a responsible and caring company.

What You’ll Bring:

• Post-secondary education in health and safety, specifically ergonomics
• Knowledge of health and safety laws and legislation
• Knowledge of compliance and regulatory training of all personnel working onsite
• Reinforce company values
• Maintain positive relations with employees
• Strong communication, interpersonal, organization and analytical skills
• 1-3 years of experience in health and safety
• Experience in a food manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety legislation combined with training in hazard recognition, assessment and control
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work with union and management personnel in a collaborative environment
• Self-starting, proactive individual who can work well independently and in a team environment
• Transparency in dealing with others
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Computer skills – proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and Teams is required
• Enthusiasm for challenge and new initiatives

What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods:

• Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.
• An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best.
• Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.
• Learning and development opportunities, including workshops, ‘speaker series’ events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career.
• Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs.
• Supporting our deep commitment to community impact, we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.

The Industrial Electrician will be responsible for effective troubleshooting, repair, installation, and preventative maintenance of facility electrical distribution systems and equipment in an industrial setting. They will ensure safe plant operations and a safe working environment for all employees.

A snap shot of some of the exciting things you will lead and do:

• Read and interpret drawings, blueprints, schematics, and code specifications to determine lay-out of industrial equipment and installations
• Conduct planned preventive & predictive maintenance and keep maintenance records
• Actively participate in preventive maintenance program on building equipment processing equipment daily
• Efficient production equipment set up, inspection and shutdown of all related equipment when required, including process changeovers
• Assist in planning, organizing of work activities (drawing interpretation, parts preparation)
• Program, troubleshoot, maintain and repair industrial equipment and automation including PLCs, HMI, frequency drives, temperature control and other related devices

What we have to offer you:

• Be part of a company with an inspiring and unique vision, with a deep commitment to sustainability and expanding its leadership in sustainable protein across North America
• Professional and career development opportunities, supported by our commitment to talent development through our partnership with the Ivey School of Business. 
• Competitive Health and Wellness benefits 
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan
• Commitment to Learning – courses, resources and tools provided to all employees
• Employee Assistance Program

What you will bring:

• Certified Journeyman Electrician with 1-2 years’ experience. Preference to those with proof of completing the Industrial Apprenticeship Program
• Knowledge of conveyors, high speed slicers, pumps / compressor, electrical / electronic controls and high speed packaging equipment
• Strong working knowledge of HMI's, electric motor controls, programmable logic controllers, basic wiring circuits and skills necessary to safely test common electrical systems and make minor repairs where permitted
• 442A or 309A license required

We thank all applicants for their interest in exploring employment opportunities with Maple Leaf Foods; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be subject to a background check and must meet the security criteria designated for the position.

90 10th Avenue, Hanover, ON

Now is a very exciting time to join the Maple Leaf family. Maple Leaf Foods is located in Hanover, ON. Currently, the Hanover Hatchery has the ability to hatch approximately 900,000 chicks per week. Our work includes everything from receiving eggs from our farms to distributing chicks to many growers across the province. 

Position Summary:

Maple Leaf Foods is looking for an experienced DZ driver with both automatic and standard transmission experience. The delivery driver is responsible for ensuring a timely and safe delivery of product to customer locations while providing professional service in a team-oriented environment. The delivery driver is also responsible for coordinating the unload with hands-on support in collaboration with a delivery helper. Come join our team to experience working in the exciting and rewarding Agricultural Industry!

SHIFT: Full-Time - Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday
Must be available on Wednesdays and Saturdays if needed.

What's in it for you:

• Salary: $26.96/hour
• Fast paced learning environment
• Opportunities for growth and training development!
• Benefits after 3 months of service 
• Pension after 2 years of continuous service

Responsibilities Include:

• Safe transportation of product to customer locations
• Completing circle check, log books, and other regulatory requirements including truck maintenance
• Manual loading and unloading of product according to plant and customer specifications
• Collaborating with various teams throughout the day
• Provide direction and guidance to Delivery Helper to meet customer requirements
• Supporting training needs for new hires as an overall team
• Following all procedures (e.g. biosecurity, HACCP, CHEQ)
• Positive customer interactions
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

• Must have valid minimum DZ license or equivalent with clean driver’s abstract
• Must have 3-5 years driving experience with a DZ license or equivalent
• Demonstrated commitment to safe work practices
• Must understand and follow all Animal Welfare/HACCP/Biosecurity procedures (Training will be provided)
• Willing and able to work flexible hours, including some Wednesdays and weekends as required (e.g. early starts and/or late end times
• Proven communication and interpersonal skills
• Able to complete work without supervision
• Able to work in extreme weather hot or cold
• Must be in good physical condition – able to lift up to 50 lb. overhead repetitively
• Delivery experience an asset
• Familiarity with delivery routes an asset

Application Procedure:

Fax: 519-364-4692                                    
Email: [email protected]

The Opportunity:

The incumbent is responsible for supporting the delivery of our people strategy within the Hanover facility and Farms, and acts as an employee champion and change agent. This role assesses and anticipates our people needs and fully integrates themselves into the plant environment by communicating needs proactively with their cross functional teams.  As a true business partner, the incumbent will be responsible for all plant specific HR requirements in a fast-paced hatchery and farms, supporting hourly team members.

Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by July 22. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

• Establish and maintain credibility with all team members by addressing, following up and responding to questions, concerns, and problems quickly, professionally, and accurately.
• Utilize human capital management systems (i.e., SAP, KRONOS) to maintain team member information as it relates to adding new hires, termination, job changes, and rate adjustments etc. for all hourly team members.
• Provide direction and support to hourly employees in respect to workplace policies, payroll, benefits, recruitment, employee legislation, staffing, and current and new systems.
• Assist and coach supervisors in determining appropriate corrective actions, conflict resolution, and performance management techniques for their employees.
• Advise leaders on responding to employee-related matters.
• Actively engage leaders in daily issues and problem resolution in support of business needs.
• Support the performance development programs and processes. Contribute to the continuous improvement of all HR processes and ensure consistent application.
• Monitor and communicate with departments to understand labour requirements.
• Report on key metrics, identify trends and propose proactive actions which will support in the achievement of plant targets.
• First point in contact to investigate and respond to all employee concerns and take steps to resolve issues.
• Work with leaders to identify recruitment needs and play an active role in the selection process.
• Responsible for leading hourly hiring activities including assisting in the organization of company social events and rewards & recognition programs
• Coordination and administration of leaves, layoffs and terminations
• Manage hourly attendance program
• Ensure all hourly MSS transactions are accurate and completed
• Assist team members with benefit and pension forms as well as answering inquiries and resolving any issues or concerns
• Work with various corporate departments including payroll, compensation and benefits, and HR services team to ensure needs of our team members are met
• Payroll completion activities and inquiries

What You’ll Bring:

• Post-secondary education with a focus in Human Resources
• Related experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Proven ability to coach, teach, lead others
• Demonstrated experience in performance and development
• Strong interpersonal, presentation and communication (oral, written, listening) skills.
• Strong analytical, problem solving, prioritization and organization skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks or projects.
• Interviewing and selection experience required.
• Knowledge of Employment Standards Act, Human Rights
• Able to develop positive working relationships with all employees
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
• Ability to travel between the sites
• Proficient in Microsoft office software (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Results driven with the ability to take initiative, analyze and problem solve
• Required to work on site, not a remote role

What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods:

• Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.
• An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best.

As part of Maple Leaf Food’s Operations team, the successful candidate will be responsible for the development, implementation, and maintenance of the Company’s Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) programs, policies, systems and reports for the Heritage Plant. This position will ensure legislative and Plant compliance with occupational health and safety by “on the floor” involvement with operations.  This position will include but not limited to; assisting in the development of safe work procedures, training, claims management and assessing/controlling risk to reduce/eliminate accidents/incidents which cause personal injury and/or property damage. The goal of this position will be to standardize safe work methods and recognize high impact behaviours to achieve a world class health and safety program.  The successful candidate will be involved in all Health & Safety activities related to the Heritage Plant. 

Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by july 22. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

• Develops and constructs Safe Work Procedures (SWP) identifying the basic job steps and tasks and their associated hazards and risks and develops safe operating procedures and hazard controls towards sustaining our OHS maturity and growth.
• Responsible for enforcing the businesses Golden Rules and other site programs through cross functional team meetings.
• Maintain OHS metrics and documentation with the ability to present this information to applicable parties
• Design and deliver training programs for workers, management, and Safety Committee members to comply with legislative requirements and improve Health, Safety, Emergency and Security.
• Assist in the reduction of Health and Safety risks and hazards through onsite behavioral observations and targeted audits
• Support Pre-Start Health and Safety Reviews (PSRs) for installation of a new equipment, structure, protective element or process, or modifications to an existing apparatus, structure, protective element, or process; such reports are to detail the measures (steps, actions, or engineering controls) necessary to bring the construction, addition, installation or modification into compliance with the applicable regulations.
• Review and monitor on-site Contractor OHS programs and compliance with applicable regulations.
• Respond to and provide support in accident response, including first aid and support proper investigation and follow up is completed.
• Support emergency management activities including drills, tabletop exercises, evacuation support and respond to support the incident command structure in the event of an actual emergency.
• Maintains content and data analysis of supporting software for the site programs under the purview of the department, including and not limited to SAP, iWarehouse, iNet, Alchemy Sistems, and other PPE or vendor specific platforms.
• Maintain records and documentation for all programs under your purview.  
• Ability to ensure integrity of data and confidentiality of employee information
• Ability to support and influence multiple levels of management within an organization

What You’ll Bring:

• 3-5 years of experience in progressively responsible H&S roles
• Previous experience working supporting a large client group in a fast-paced environment within specified time frames is an asset
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential
• Knowledge of compliance and regulatory training of all personnel working onsite
• Computer proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite of software – MS Excel, MS Word, MS Power Point & Outlook
• Previous experience working with regulatory bodies such as the Ministry of Labour or Ministry of the Environment would be an asset
• Knowledge in WSIB claims management would be considered an asset

What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods:

• Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.
• An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best.
• Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.
• Learning and development opportunities, including workshops, ‘speaker series’ events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career.
• Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs.
• Supporting our deep commitment to community impact, we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.